Hi, my name is Summer Hamilton and I am a licensed professional counselor. I have a desire to meet clients where they are as they navigate through the various challenges of life.

Hi. I’m Shannon Caraway, a licensed professional counselor in Georgia. I have been on this career path for 14+ years. I love what I do! I have worked in pretty much every setting from school, outpatient, inpatient, in-home, virtual, and more recently corrections. My focus of practice has always been, the client first. Over the past 5 years that has gotten specific with an emphasis on self-care.

Are you struggling with upsetting thoughts, feelings, or bodily sensations? Do you criticize yourself for having these experiences and wonder what they mean about you? Do you feel disconnected from who or what matters most to you? Unsure of what to do next? I bet you've tried your best to cope - doing whatever you can to think or feel better. Maybe you distract yourself with responsibilities - or lets be real, your phone. Maybe you opt out of doing things and spending time with people - or just go through the motions. Yet, despite your best efforts, you only get temporary relief. And your life has started to feel smaller and smaller. I can't promise to get rid of your unpleasant thoughts and feelings, but I can help you learn new ways of relating to this upsetting stuff, so that they have less of an impact on you and how you live your life. It's brave of you to consider asking for support AND taking the next step - contacting a stranger - might seem intimidating. Yet if there's a part of you that thinks we might be a good fit, then I encourage you to listen to that part of you and call or message me - whatever feels most doable - so we can schedule a brief, free chat about working together.

Hi there! Transitioning into college, finding a new job, or even learning that you have a newly diagnosed, chronic illness? You do not have to walk this journey alone! I am here to create a safe space for each client to find strength, process their emotions within their new exploration, and regain balance in their life. As your counselor, my plan is to meet you where you are, with encouragement and non-judgment. My goal is to empower you to take charge and become the expert of your life. I like to tailor techniques based on what you are comfortable with. My most used modalities are mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy. You are the driver, and I am in the passenger seat holding directions! I have expertise in anxiety and stress management, college counseling, self-esteem building, career development, and counseling for chronic illness. I like to think that sessions with me feel more like a conversation vs. me talking "at" you. I want you, the client, to feel as an equal. Imagine us sipping tea and conversing about your most recent anxiety-driven experience and how we can work together to practice a healthy way of coping. And sometimes we will add some humor to the mix! I've always wanted to assist others in finding purpose in their lives and to remind them that they matter. I've worked in hospital settings, clinics, homes, schools, and universities. From each experience, my passion has remained to provide a safe space for clients to find balance, purpose, and practice self-care. I like to first ask what was the last straw that guided you to therapy. From there, tell me 3 things that you want to change in your daily life between now and the next 3 months in counseling. The goals are not set in stone and can always be reassessed, this is the first step in the right direction. The first session is the first time we get to learn from one another. I will introduce myself, my hobbies, and what therapy can look like for us. Then the floor is yours! You can discuss your hobbies or even go straight into what is on your mind for the session. I am also readily available for questions you may have within the session.

I am a Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I'm currently licensed in the State of Georgia (Lic. PSY004432) and as a Telehealth Psychologist in the State of Florida (TPPY2137). I offer services to English and Spanish speakers. I have extensive experience providing individual and group therapy to adults (18+). I also have experience and training in multiple approaches to treating negative, traumatic, stressful, and challenging experiences. I mainly provide support with an integrative approach by tailoring interventions to each participant's needs. Some of the treatment approaches that I also practice include, but are not limited to ACT, CBT, Humanistic, Person-Centered, Narrative, Behavioral Modification, Solution Focus, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma focus. My main focus is to work with folks who have experienced trauma andor PTSD, dissociative disorders, and related disorders. On the other hand, I have worked with plenty of people with other life stressors and situations like dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, mood disorders, and others. I feel comfortable working with anyone, since I believe anybody could benefit from learning more about themselves in order to become the best versions of themselves. However, in order to do that, that person has to be willing, committed, and interested in starting the healing process. If they are not ready, then it could be challenging for them to let go of habits that they need to work on. I do my best to be curious and explore each participant's needs with compassionate care and active listening. During my years of training and practice, I realized that many mental health issues are rooted in past negative or traumatic experiences. The symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship issues, and others can be the tip of the iceberg. This is why I decided to specialize in working with trauma, PTSD, dissociative disorders, dual diagnoses, and other related issues. My main goal for participants is for them to overcome challenges and reach their own personal and therapeutic goals and increase their engagement in healthy coping skills. In the first session, we discuss the limits of confidentiality and gather family background information, medical history, and other related information about the current concerns that the participant has.

Hi, I'm Jasmine McCully. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Throughout my career, I have worked in various settings that include private practice, hospitals, non-profits, government, behavioral health outpatient clinics and treatment facilities, and inpatient psychiatric treatment facilities. Inviting someone into your most personal space can be intimidating, scary, and daunting. Getting to this point of reading my bio is a huge step. Just know that I am SUPER excited that you have taken that step! Some of the therapy approaches I utilize are cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance, and commitment therapy, solution-focused therapy, and client-centered therapy. I also integrate mindfulness, journaling, and meditation, just to name a few!

I work with variety of issues and I specialize in couple therapy. I use an eclectic approach. My sessions are strictly tailored to the client’s personality, treatment needs, and goals. My focus is to restructure unproductive cognitions that create roadblocks to success and cause my clients to suffer. My extensive training allows me to use a variety of tools and methods that are mostly directed at promoting a healthy self-image and a positive mindset. My work with clients is focused on moving clients from the life they tolerate to the life they want. Informal. I’m funny. I smile and laugh. Many of my clients made comments that I’m easy to talk to and they feel accepted and understood. I listen very carefully to your story so I can show you the solution. Your questions as “why it happened” or “why I think or act this way” will be explained to you. I will educate you how to use the right tools to become the “ideal you”, a person you want to be! Well, it was pretty easy for me. When I was 15 years old I noticed I would gravitate towards reading psychology and psychiatry books that my parents had in their library. One day as I remember clearly I stared at one page of a book I held in my hands and made a decision to become a counselor! My goal is to educate you on how your mind works and what you are subconsciously looking for. I want to show you that therapy can surpass your expectations. I’m here to place you on the road you have been looking for. In the first session, we get to know each other! I pay full attention to listening and doing my observation. I would ask intake questions and gather some information while we discuss the issue you are dealing with.

In the past number of years, I have witnessed many individuals, children, couples and families work successfully through a variety of life's challenges in my office. I help collaborate with those I work with to give them each the tools to move away from their "stuckness" and towards their goals in life. I aim to provide a safe and comfortable environment where you can feel that your voice is being heard and your therapeutic needs are being met. I often joke with new clients that my goal is to have them "fire me as soon as possible so you can go on with your life as you truly want it to be!" I will work with you to identify your goals, strengths and resources while guiding you through whatever is holding you back from where you want to be in life as an individual, couple or family. I take great pride in the respect I give each person I meet and deeply enjoy the word I do in session each day.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am passionate about helping individuals thrive and I believe that everyone is capable of doing amazing things when given the right opportunities and environment to succeed. I have found joy in helping individuals become healthier versions of themselves. I have worked within specialized high acuity programs and within traditional outpatient settings, so no matter the setting or the level of care needed, I can be adaptable and dynamic enough to handle challenges with great empathy and understanding. I am an adolescent and adult therapist. I believe in looking at an individual's whole health - their mind, body, and spirit, as they are interconnected, in order to create balance. I utilize a strengths-based approach to empower individuals while helping them to build their hope and resiliency. I have a lot of experience working with individuals struggling with mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, etc., individuals who have experienced trauma, and individuals struggling with navigating relationships or life transitions. My top modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. I also incorporate trauma-focused treatment and mindfulness. I believe the therapeutic relationship is very important and a key aspect of a client’s success. To choose to commit to therapy is a decision that takes great strength, courage, and vulnerability but it is also so very rewarding. The ideal client is one who is willing to commit to this journey of whole health and healing by doing the work needed. As your therapist, I am willing to commit to helping you along this journal and to work just as hard for you as you are willing to work for yourself. My communication style is very open and empathetic. A significant part of building a therapeutic relationship is my ability to listen to clients and make them feel heard and understood. I am engaging, positive, warm, friendly, and attuned with my clients. I utilize reflective listening skills to ensure we are able to connect and to ensure I get to know clients personally. I believe the details matter and that it is a privilege to hear someone’s story. I come from a close family unit, and I am the oldest of two children, so I have always been accustomed to caring for others. Before even attending university, I knew I wanted to build a career focused on helping others. Along the way, I found social work and I have not looked back since. I have earned both my bachelor's and master’s degree in Clinical Social Work which allowed me to not only focus on my clinical skills but also it allowed me the opportunity to gain more understanding of people, and the differences amongst us that make us all unique, how the systems in which we were raised within affect us and how to identify the strengths within each of us. I have worked with various populations and within all levels of care and my background has truly given me the ability to empathize and understand people in a unique way and has continually ignited my passion for helping others. I believe in meeting clients where they are in life and helping to guide them to where they need to be. This journey is about progress, not perfection and everyone is capable of change if they are willing to change. My goal is that each client is able to learn ways to better navigate challenges, cope with stressors, and become a healthier version of themselves over time. During our first session, we will begin getting to know each other. I will ask several questions to gain insight into your background, challenges, and goals for treatment over time to ensure that we are both working towards the same goals. This is also your opportunity to get to know me and ask any questions to aid with building our therapeutic relationship.

Hello, I’m James! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about helping clients build a full and meaningful life while accepting and managing the stressors that life inevitably brings. My approach is based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (also known as ACT Therapy). ACT is a very active form of psychotherapy that utilizes acceptance and mindfulness strategies to help you stay focused on the present moment and manage difficult thoughts and emotions. I have a special interest in supporting clients who struggle with chronic pain issues, anxiety, depression, and chronic stress. I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space to explore your issues and express your concerns. I became a therapist to help relieve the suffering of others, based on my own struggle with life’s challenges and being “stuck” doing the same things with no long-term results. I work collaboratively with clients to clarify their values and set values-based goals. We work together to create action plans that move clients towards living a life that is meaningful and purposeful to THEM! Our first session will focus on establishing a warm, kind, open, and authentic relationship. In the words of acclaimed ACT therapist and trainer Russ Harris, “When we give our full attention to another human being with openness, compassion, and curiosity, that is therapeutic in itself.”

My name is Christine Pound. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Ellijay, Georgia and currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I am a compassionate and supportive therapist who is currently working with adults in all phases of life experiencing anxiety and depression, as well as those experiencing stress from current or past life challenges. I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidenced based practices in a holistic, solution focused approach to help clients strengthen their sense of self-worth and their unique set of healthy coping strategies. Because each client deserves an approach that is as unique as s/he is, therapy with me is not a �cookie cutter� approach. My focus is on enhancing self-awareness, self-compassion and intra/interpersonal skills using eclectic, complementary evidenced based modalities, including most frequently Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy, mind-body therapy and Solutions Focused Therapy. Through a strength-based and client-centered lens, we explore symptoms and customize a toolkit of skills and strategies for you to manage anxiety, depression and/or targeted behaviors and obtain positive outcomes.

My name is Marie Cadet Lic # CSW006185. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, marriage, and divorce. I have also helped many others dealing with issues such as physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe we all have the inner tool to heal ourselves. My most common theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Gotten Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy I typically work with a variety of clients, adults, seniors, men, women, young and young adults. My therapeutic room is one where clients feel respected, supported, and empowered to be their best. I have always had a passion to help people as well as a need to see them at their flourish. I began counseling individuals in my community before returning for my master's degree and working towards my clinical license. I look at goal setting as a roadmap to better health. I work collaboratively with clients to develop goals that are attainable. The first session is about getting to know each other and developing rapport. We begin by discussing the goals for the sessions. I also encourage people to ask questions regarding the sessions.